Fall Armyworms infestation in Sidama zone

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The Fall Armyworms infestation worsened significantly in June in Ethiopia, with 145,000 hectares of land affected – compared to 53,000 hectares at the end of May. The infestation, which affected at least 16 other African countries and millions of people since late 2016, has spread to at least six states out of 11 in Ethiopia, and is likely to spread further. Three to four million hectares of maize crops are expected to be affected at this rate. The Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’ State (SNNPS) is the most affected by livelihoods loss, with about 100,000 people (or 20,000 households) affected. This region was already one of the most affected by drought since 2015, causing food insecurity. As the next belg harvests are planned for August, the impact on food security will be clearer then. The impact on meher yields will be seen in October, during harvest season.
Key findings
Anticipated scope and scale
Fall Armyworms spread rapidly and further damage to crops is to be expected. Two million hectares are at risk of infestation. Three to four million metric tons of grain could be lost due to Fall Armyworms.
Food availability will be reduced throughout the country as a result, aggravating the existing food and nutrition needs in Ethiopia. The next harvest – delayed from June to August due to drought – will indicate the extent of the impact of the armyworm outbreak.
Key priorities
  • Livelihoods: at least 145,000 hectares of land have already been affected throughout Ethiopia.
  • Food security: Food prices are expected to increase due to decreased yields from harvest.
Humanitarian constraints
The government has strict control over humanitarian organisations, particularly those who have international funding.
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